1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | CRX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
